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Chlormet Dm is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. Secondary and off-label uses of Chlormet Dm have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Chlormet Dm depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Chlormet Dm also has some side effects, the most common being Eye Burning, Eye irritation. Such side effects of Chlormet Dm normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Chlormet Dm's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. In addition, Chlormet Dm's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Chlormet Dm related warnings section.
Chlormet Dm is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Infections are examples of such conditions. The section on Chlormet Dm contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Chlormet Dm may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Chlormet Dm is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Chlormet Dm is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Chlormet Dm is used -
Common
Is the use of Chlormet Dm safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Chlormet DM on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Chlormet Dm safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Chlormet DM in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Chlormet DM is unavailable.
What is the effect of Chlormet Dm on the Kidneys?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Chlormet DM on kidney. So it is not known whether taking Chlormet DM will cause side effects on kidney or not.
What is the effect of Chlormet Dm on the Liver?
So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Chlormet DM on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Chlormet DM will affect the liver or not.
What is the effect of Chlormet Dm on the Heart?
Side effects of Chlormet DM on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
Chlormet Dm should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Chlormet Dm unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Chlormet Dm habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Chlormet Dm.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Chlormet Dm as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Chlormet Dm should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Chlormet Dm cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Chlormet Dm
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Chlormet Dm and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Chlormet Dm
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Chlormet Dm.
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